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Although the process for getting your visa in Ecuador is tedious, it can be done on your own as most of the things required, you’ll be gathering anyway. But once the paperwork is compiled, getting the approval of the clerks who process the visas can be complicated...
Exchanging your existing life for a brand-new life, in another country, is a really big deal. For many, moving overseas provides a grand and wonderful adventure while significantly reducing living expenses and offering an overall improvement in lifestyle.
When you move overseas, there are few better ways to integrate into your community than through volunteering. Volunteering is an ideal way to meet new people. You’ll meet the locals and other expats, giving you plenty of chances to expand your circle of friends.
Moving to the heart of Peru’s Sacred Valley has allowed Maureen Santucci, 55, to do what she loves while surrounded by rich farmland bordered by towering mountains...
Terry Turrell and her husband Jon live in the village of Sayulita, on Mexico's Pacific coast, about 45 minutes north of the resort destination Puerto Vallarta. And from her home...
The sun rises early in Florence. A small market bustles below our window, selling produce and salted meats from all around Tuscany. The pasticceri fill...
"My work as a fashion designer has me working with artisans on several continents," says New Yorker, Nadia Inwood. "I travel quite a bit and I work from...
But what’s it like for women over there? That’s a question we often get from women thinking of a retirement abroad. It’s an important question…and one we take seriously. In fact, most are surprised to learn that the majority of countries we talk about rank highly for gender equality and inclusivity.
So many things are so much cheaper in Mexico it’s hard to know where to begin. Even after 12 years living in Mazatlán full-time, I still get surprised. Case in point: pet care. Dr. Cesar, my vet, makes house calls. Actually, that’s all he does
Proving that romance can be eternal and not just for Valentine’s Day, we explore retirement destinations around the world that are perfect for the romantics at heart. So, if you are looking for a retirement that comes with walks on the beach, romantic sunsets...